ASSESSOR I, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL (EXTENDED POSTING)

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Teleworking opportunities

Job summary

State of Maryland - SDAT (Assessment Office) in Towson appraises commercial and industrial real property to determine fair market value for property taxes. On-the-job training covers inspection, data recording, and updating records using AAVS and valuation tools.

The role includes valuing new properties, defending assessments in appeals, and serving the public with accurate information while following Maryland procedures.

Qualifications

• Seven years of appraisal experience meeting USPAP and IAAO 101/102/300 or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or substitution with IAAO courses 101/102/300 or equivalent and three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and record details of commercial/industrial real property.
• Update and maintain departmental property records in AAVS/CAMA systems.
• Prepare and explain assessment information to the public on inquiries.
• Assist in defending property valuations at formal appeal hearings.
• Perform other duties to ensure efficient Office operations.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Analytical thinking

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree

IAAO Courses 101/102/300

Tools

AAVS

CAMA software

Property valuation tools

Job description

Introduction

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

SDAT Assessment Office - Baltimore County
300 E Joppa Rd. Suite 602
Towson, MD 21286

Main Purpose of Job

To appraise commercial and industrial real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

• Receives
• the job training in the inspection of commercial and industrial real property
• and records technical details of property and market information to update and
• maintain departmental property records Responsible for AAVS conversions, up-loads,
• and file maintenance of commercial properties in various jurisdictions throughout
• the state. Receives on the job training in the updating and editingassessment
• records in AAVS system to notate changes observed during physical inspection of
• properties following local office and agency guidelines as defined in the
• Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual & office procedures.
• Receives
• on the job training in the recording and valuing of new commercial/industrial
• real property that is not a part of a reassessment review by following
• established procedures, using AAVS and other property valuation tools, as
• outlined in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual and according to the Tax
• Property Article.
• Receives
• on the job training in the analysis of existing market, cost and income data
• and applies standard appraisal and AAVS methods to value land and/or improvements
• in accordance with current local office and agency procedures, as described in
• the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.
• Receives
• on the job training in the preparation and handling of appeal hearings at the
• supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax Court
• levels to defend the Department’s estimate of value following local office and agency
• procedures.
• Receives
• on the job training in the providing of and explanation of assessment related
• information in response to inquiries from the general public regarding assessments,
• valuation techniques, departmental local policies and legal mandates.
• Performs
• other duties as may be required to ensure efficient office operation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Seven years of appraisal experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code and completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation and three years of experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code for the required experience.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in tax examining classification or tax examining specialty codes in the accounting and budget group field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to work independently under moderate
• supervision, demonstrating the initiative to efficiently manage time, meet
• reassessment deadlines, and conduct field inspections across varied
• environments.
• Strong capability to analyze complex market data and
• critically evaluate commercial income and expense statements to develop
• accurate capitalization rates and determine fair market values.
• Prior experience utilizing the Automated Assessment Valuation
• System (AAVS) or similar Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software.
• Prior experience utilizing critical thinking to prepare
• documentation for, and successfully defend property valuations at, formal
• appeal hearings.
• Experience utilizing cost manuals to determine building types
• and grades, as well as accurately measuring and drawing commercial and
• industrial buildings.
• Prior experience specifically estimating the value of
• commercial and industrial real property.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must be willing to work in
Baltimore County. You must be a current SDAT employee.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.
• 2. Upon appointment to positions, employees in this classification that possess a real estate broker or sales license, or a license to sell insurance, will be required to put the license in an “inactive” status.
• 3. Employees in this classification are prohibited from participating in any outside activity, including private appraisals, which may be deemed a conflict of interest by the Director of the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

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• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and 11 paid state holidays.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Eligible employees receive paid family and medical leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Retirement & Pension: Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan (vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.
• Financial Wellness: Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent daycare costs.
• Work-Life Balance: Many positions offer teleworking opportunities.
• Student Loan Assistance: State employees may be eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and the Maryland Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit.